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Nuts, almonds, oil roasted, with salt added

Per 100 g edible portion
Legumes & Nuts
Higher riskMeasured against KDIGO/KDOQI daily limits, Nuts is Higher risk: the highest item, Phosphorus, is at 47% of its limit, above 30%.

Phosphorus / Sodium / Potassium (rating basis)

Phosphorus466 mg47%
High
Sodium339 mg17%
Moderate
Potassium699 mg35%
High

About this food

Nuts is a common member of Legumes & Nuts. Legumes and nuts are typically high in both phosphorus and potassium, so they need care. Plant phosphorus absorbs at a lower rate (30-50%), so the real load is smaller than the numbers suggest. This helps when choosing similar foods.

Nutrient insight

Phosphorus leads at 47%. In CKD, track phosphorus intake and factor in the source (Natural plant source (lower absorption)) to judge the true burden.

Other nutrients

Protein21.2 gNot rated; needs attention at stage 4-5
Fiber10.5 gBeneficial for CKD (core plant-based nutrient)
Sugar (total)4.5 gNatural sugar
Alcohol0 gAlcohol-free
PurineNo dataNot rated · reference for those with high uric acid
Oxalate52 mgModerate oxalateNot rated · category estimate
Phosphorus source: Natural plant source (lower absorption) · Potassium form: Whole food

Practical tips

How to eat it more safely: Cook legumes and discard the water to lower some minerals; keep nuts to a small handful.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nuts safe for kidney disease?

From a daily-limit standpoint, Nuts is Higher risk - Phosphorus (47%) is the highest of the three. Whether it suits you is best confirmed with your doctor.

Why is Nuts rated Higher risk?

Rating basis: Nuts's Phosphorus is 466 mg, 47% of the daily limit, judged as Higher risk per the >30% tier.

How much Phosphorus is in Nuts?

In every 100 g of Nuts, Phosphorus is about 466 mg - roughly 47% of the daily limit (1,000 mg).

Is Nuts safe on a low-potassium diet?

For people watching potassium, Nuts exceeds 300 mg per 100 g, with Potassium at 699 mg. Confirm your personal limit with your nephrologist or renal dietitian.

How does Nuts compare to other legumes & nuts foods?

Against the Legumes & Nuts average, Nuts shows more Phosphorus (466 mg per 100 g). The tier shown here comes from its own numbers, not the category.